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About the Role

The Manager, Leadership Development is critical to shaping the future of our leadership pipeline and advisor community. This role implements competency frameworks, leadership programming, and consultant career development resources. It supports performance management and oversees specialized programs to maximize advisor effectiveness, owning the delivery of high-impact leadership initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement developmental assessment programs using psychometric instruments and 360-degree feedback.
• Manage end-to-end operations and debriefing support for 360-degree feedback tools.
• Design, launch, and establish firm-wide best practices and toolkits for Individual Development Plans (IDPs), continuous feedback, and high-impact 1:1 meetings.
• Support ongoing competency development and modeling to align skills with evolving firm objectives.
• Monitor, analyze, and refine career development initiatives to meet changing staff needs.
• Provide operational support for the firm’s external coaching practice, coordinating with coachees and coaches.
• Oversee the development process and operations for critical firm-building roles: Advisor Coordinators, Office Training Coordinators, and Learning Advisors.

Requirements

• 8+ years of relevant experience in talent management, learning and development, leadership development, organizational effectiveness or related roles.
• Experience working within a professional services or consulting environment preferred.
• Proven expertise in implementing assessment and performance management programs.
• Strong background in designing career development initiatives and competency frameworks.
• Strong ability to manage large-scale projects.
• Experience designing content for programs delivered in-person, virtually and online.
• Strong team player who is highly adaptable and collaborates effectively with others.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to establish a high level of credibility quickly.
• Demonstrated ability to design and facilitate learning programs.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills and capable of handling sensitive and confidential situations.
• Exceptional attention to detail, critical thinking, and organization skills.
• Familiarity with talent management platforms and tools.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel.
• The desire to take initiative and actively contribute to the team and the firm.
• The ability to communicate effectively and professionally.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to learn the firm’s financial and operational functions.
• The mindset to provide superior service.
• Ability to commute to one of our US office locations to comply with our hybrid work policy of 2-3 days per week in office.

Skills

• Leadership Development
• Talent Management
• Learning and Development
• Organizational Effectiveness
• Assessment Programs
• Performance Management
• Competency Frameworks
• Career Development Initiatives
• Project Management
• Content Design
• Collaboration
• Written Communication
• Oral Communication
• Facilitation
• Interpersonal Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Critical Thinking
• Organization
• Talent Management Platforms
• MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Business Acumen

Location

• Boston
• Chicago
• Los Angeles
• New York
• San Francisco
• Washington, DC

Work Type

• Hybrid

Experience Level

• 8+ years of relevant experience

Education Level

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Psychology, Adult Learning or a related field.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Relevant certification(s) in talent development, leadership programs or coaching (e.g., SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, Myers-Briggs, Situational Leadership II, or ICF) a plus.

Salary/Compensations

• Boston: $98,200.00 - $130,500.00
• Chicago: $93,700.00 - $124,600.00
• Los Angeles: $98,500.00 - $131,000.00
• New York: $100,300.00 - $133,300.00
• San Francisco: $105,500.00 - $143,000.00
• Washington, DC: $96,200.00 - $128,000.00
• Annual Performance Bonus: Target of 12.5%

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare options
• Monthly wellness subsidy
• Complimentary access to premium wellness apps
• Robust retirement savings plans
• Hybrid work model
• Generous paid time off
• Specialized support including fertility treatments, parental leave, back-up childcare, eldercare services, concierge assistance for personal errands, and pet care.
• Firm-wide commitment to mentorship, continuous learning, and a vibrant, inclusive community.

About the Company

• Cornerstone Research provides economic and financial analysis and expert testimony in all phases of commercial litigation and regulatory proceedings.
• We work with a broad network of testifying experts, including leaders from academia and industry.
• Our staff consultants contribute expertise in economics, finance, accounting, and marketing, as well as business acumen.
• The firm’s uniquely collegial, supportive atmosphere makes Cornerstone Research a great place to work.
• We invest in our people in a host of ways, from providing meaningful learning and development opportunities to organizing memorable social events.
• Cornerstone Research is a leading firm providing economic and financial consulting to attorneys and companies involved in complex commercial litigation and regulatory proceedings.
• We work with prominent academic and industry experts to provide our clients with state-of-the-art analyses and have a reputation for excellence and effectiveness.
• Our talented consultants are supported by a passionate team of corporate and administrative professionals.
• Together, we provide our clients and employees with the highest level of service and work experience.

Equal Opportunity

• Cornerstone Research provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to legally protected categories, such as age, sex, gender, gender identity, race, color, creed/religious belief, medical condition, predisposing genetic characteristics or genetic information or testing, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, military status, veteran status, arrest or conviction record (except where permitted by law), sexual orientation, ethnic background, citizen status, ancestry, national origin, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law.
• Cornerstone Research is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Margaret Dondero at 617-927-3099 or via email margaret.dondero@cornerstone.com.
• The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any applicant for employment by contacting Anna Beeler at anna.beeler@cornerstone.com.